Systems Engineer - In-Space Mechanisms

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. Jacobs is NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer - In-space Mechanismsto join the team with JETS II Teammate Company, Bastion Technologies, Inc.
** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **
This position is for a key subject matter expert for in-space mechanisms that will be part of the mechanisms system management team. This position will:

• Conduct Systems Engineering and management oversight of in-space mechanisms for both the International Space Station and Commercial Crew Program. This includes subsystem management of:
  • Mechanism integration
  • Separation mechanisms
  • Latching mechanisms
  • Flight crew operated mechanisms
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering support across NASA and contractor teams throughout the flight hardware development process.
• Interface with other systems and subsystems to ensure mission success, crew safety, and overall vehicle health and performance
• Prepare information and present as required to program technical and programmatic leadership
• Small amount of travel may be necessary
• Perform other duties as required

Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and normally possess 5 - 10 years of related experience.
• NASA or aerospace mechanical design experience
• Human spaceflight hardware design experience
• Mechanisms or robotics experience required
• Excellent communication skills (in person and in writing)
• Proficient with MS Office and Teams (for virtual meetings)
• Comfortable presenting to ISS Engineering Review Board

Requisition Preferences:

• BS degree in engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred) and at least 5 years of experience
• Knowledge of and experience with the NASA flight hardware requirements generation, validation and verification processes
• Experience in aerospace separation systems design, development, and flight certification
• Experience in mechanical design, development, and flight certification
• Knowledge of and experience with the interpretation and application of NASA-STD-5017 to complex mechanical and attachment systems
• Knowledge of and experience with the NASA approach to fault tolerance and design risk mitigation
• Knowledge of and experience performing dimensional tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T
• Experience with the NASA system management insight/oversight model and approach
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• Ten years of space mechanisms experience

Why Join Our Team?
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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

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• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency maybe a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.